Interactive course expert support, adviceand guidance from leading industry professionals. Always ready to help or answer any questions you might have throughout the course, all of Fitzwilliam Institute’s course experts are top industry professionals with many years of successful experience. Our Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming contains the core and vital industry key skillset and, on completion, all of our students are industry-ready.

Real life Android Programming briefs. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming offers practical and specific skills that can be applied in real world situations. You will gain exposure to invaluable toolkits and resources and prepare real life Android project briefs, which will enable you to improve your work portfolio.

Flexible online learning. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming course can be completed in your own time, from the comfort of your own home, to suit your lifestyle. You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

Android Programming Jobs, Networking and Volunteer Opportunities. Benefiting from many years of industry experience, we are extremely well placed within the industry. Employers are always looking for Fitzwilliam Institute’s students and alumni. Fitzwilliam Institute’s website features a comprehensive jobs and volunteer opportunities section.

Creation of an App which displays a Google Map, displays your location and tracks and displays your movements.

Audio, Video and using the Camera

Playing audio and Video; Introduction to the Media Player; Controlling Media Player; Requesting and Managing Audio Focus; Audio Effects; Using the Camera to take Pictures; Controlling the Camera directly; Recording Video using Intents; Using Media Effects; Adding Media to the Media Store;

Example App

Creation of an App which displays and plays your pictures and video content, uses the Media Effects and adds media to the Media Store.

Creation of an App which connects to the Internet when WI-FI is detected and plays online video content.

Advanced GUI Elements

Designing for Every Screen size and density; Optimising for Different Screen Sizes; Introduction to the Action Bar; Modifying the Icons and Title; Customising the background; Customising the Action Bar using drop-down lists; Using Custom Navigation Views; Introducing User Notifications; Registering Events;

Example App

Creation of an App which demonstrates how to use the advanced GUI elements such as the action bar, icons, drop-down lists and how to create custom navigation windows, user notifications and register events.

Criteria for eligibility must be met in full prior to commencing the programme. For successful enrollment on the Postgraduate Diploma course, the minimum entry requirement is a prior Degree level qualification.

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Postgraduate level qualification that is certified and awarded by the ICM (Institute of Commercial Management).

The Institute of Commercial Management was founded in 1979 and is one of the leading Professional Examination and Certification Bodies in the world today. Fitzwilliam Institute have developed and provided practical skills training courses in liaison with the Institute of Commercial Management qualifications and certifications framework for over 25 years. The Institute of Commercial Management certifications and continual professional development training awards are recognised by leading industries, bodies and professions.

next start date: 31st May 2019

Duration: You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

Course Fees: 1995.00 EUR

To secure your place on the course the full fee is required. All fees must be paid in full before the course begins. Please note, the full course fees are inclusive of all course materials and certification costs.

Enrolment intake is strictly limited on this course. Early application is advised. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

Fitzwilliam Institute closes on Bank Holidays and for a number of days at Christmas and New Year. Fitzwilliam Institute reserves the right to postpone, cancel or alter courses without notice or to change any of the details in this brochure. Fees are not refundable unless the course is cancelled by Fitzwilliam Institute. Distance Learning courses are provided by Fitzwilliam Institute BGLS Ltd.

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